2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
